In the past, when people had to lift or prepare their own food, they were less picky about what crossed their lips. Something that we might now consider disgusting was heaven sent to those in search of food and appreciated for what it was: life-sustaining food. Consider the Native American tribes that hunted bison. Every … Read more
Want to go organic without the hassle of finding a different grower for all your production needs? Well, it’s actually a lot easier than you think! About a year ago, our editor Anna Pellegrin Hartley wrote about three WeChat mini-programs that will deliver organic products right to your doorstep. However, our latest discovery is an … Read more
I wonder what’s going on at the old Boomhouse restaurant in that big space on Main Street in downtown Old Town? Ask me no more. Renovations are underway and in a couple of months that space will be the next Pepper’s Landing restaurant. Interesting. There are Pepper’s Landing locations in Brunswick and also in Rochester, … Read more
If you’re like me who gives up New Years resolutions too quickly, you will give up the “health freak” resolution after just a few days. But that won’t really be a problem because very soon you will be able to sample food from a new restaurant in Bucks County. No, but seriously, you can try … Read more
So you want to go vegan, but you don’t know where to start. You have a thousand questions (and doubts) and you are not sure if this is the right lifestyle for you, or if you can sustain it in a feasible way. It would be easy to think with the plethora of plant-based products … Read more
As we approach 2022, we begin to remember some of the best and worst times of the year. There has been a lot of growth in the area with new businesses and restaurants joining the community. Unfortunately, we also had to say goodbye to some restaurants. We have a list of five Twin Falls restaurants … Read more
Kimberly’s Pizza and Pasta in Kimberly has been a staple in the area for some time. The restaurant has decided to change its name and renovate a bit. However, they are still serving some delicious food. Kimberly’s Maxie’s has been officially renamed Monterey Jack’s Pizza. They still serve great food like pizza, pasta, and even … Read more
Leaving Beba behind, I follow a fenced strip of the Berlin Wall past the site of the former Gestapo headquarters, today a monument and museum. After turning around a large group of tourists, I finally head out onto Oranienplatz, a wide, scruffy square that is home to Ora, a restaurant and wine bar housed in … Read more
There are many great local restaurants to eat in Sedalia, and this January, eating at one of them can get you paying for your meal. January is the month of restaurants and in celebration of all the great local restaurants in Sedalia. The Local Shop, the City of Sedalia, the Sedalia Area Chamber of Commerce … Read more
There’s no question about it, Texarkana is growing and we love the options that come with it. We may soon have the option of another place to do our shopping. The city of Texarkana Texas is considering the idea of attracting a new grocery store to the city. According to KTBS.com, the city is seeking … Read more
At Maui’s bustling Upcountry Farmers Market one Saturday morning, a silver-haired man serenaded shoppers with his scratchy violin. At his stand, Fong’s Organic, there were salad greens, chives, and … what looked like the offspring of a traditional tomato and apricot? “That is an egg fruit,” said the violinist, noticing my confusion. “It will take … Read more
Catching a flight this Christmas season? For the first time in nearly two years, the food scene in Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is almost back to normal. State of the situation: 82% of food, beverage and retail providers have reopened since the pandemic began, according to airport officials. Yes, but: Don’t expect the same hours … Read more
It’s hard to believe that TLC Burgers and Fries has been closed in Texarkana since June 19 due to smoke damage from a fire. The popular burger joint has been in business since the early 80’s. Our complex was definitely lost when they had to close for remodeling. At one point, they were planning and … Read more
For those of us who like to make our own pizzas, enhance other people’s pizza, or just grab one and slice a few for your own enjoyment, pepperoni is a way of life. This, however, is being removed from national and area store shelves due to possible contamination. Smithfield Packaged Meats, DBA Margherita Meats of … Read more
Just like we get excited when news of a new business opens in South Jersey, it always hits hard when you learn that a business is closing. At Mays Landing, residents will have to say goodbye to what in just a few months has become a local favorite for all their baking needs. KB Pastry … Read more
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Switch with organic kale because tapas the 2019 “Dirty Dozen” list of products with the highest amount of pesticides? You may want to reconsider. It turns out that the “d“Dirty” foods are fairly clean, and organic foods are not pesticide-free anyway. The US Department of Agriculture, which conducted the actual testing of pesticides on product … Read more